For Patients
Rehabilitation Associates is dedicated to providing comprehensive information for patients and their families, offering support, understanding, and guidance at every stage of the rehabilitation process. Whether you or a loved one has been admitted for care, our specialized physiatry services are here to assist in the journey to recovery.
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At Rehabilitation Associates, we recognize that each patient's journey is unique. Our dedicated physiatry specialists are here to provide tailored care, working closely with patients and families in both skilled nursing and inpatient rehabilitation facilities.
Here's a closer look at what we offer:
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Frequent Visits
Our specialists are committed to seeing patients or their family members 3-4 times per week. These regular visits ensure consistent monitoring and timely intervention, fostering a personalized and responsive care experience.
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Comprehensive Evaluation & Treatment
We evaluate and treat subacute rehabilitation patients for various medical conditions that may hinder their progress. Our approach encompasses:
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Pain Management: Managing pain is paramount to recovery. Our specialists offer tailored pain control strategies to enhance comfort and progress.
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Bowel and Bladder Management: Ensuring proper bowel and bladder function contributes to overall wellbeing, and our team provides expert guidance and care.
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Sleep Hygiene: We help patients establish healthy sleep patterns, recognizing the role of rest in rehabilitation.
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Spasticity Control: Tailored treatments are available to manage spasticity and improve mobility and function.
Team Collaboration
Our physiatrists:
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Attend Weekly Interdisciplinary Team Meetings: We provide regular updates on medical barriers to discharge in the subacute rehabilitation setting.
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Conduct Daily Check-ins: We actively collaborate with the therapy team, nursing staff, and primary medical team to ensure cohesive care.
Documentation & Insurance Support
We understand the financial aspects of healthcare and work diligently to:
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Provide Daily Documentation: Our detailed documentation of functional status and active medical problems assists with ensuring that insurance companies recognize the ongoing need for the patient's stay.
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Prevent Short-Changing of Benefits: We advocate for patients' rights, ensuring that they receive the full benefits they are entitled to.
Patient & Family Education
Empowering patients and their families is at the heart of our mission. We:
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Educate About Conditions: Our team explains the medical conditions affecting the patient, demystifying the medical jargon.
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Guide Through the Rehabilitation Process: We walk patients and families through the rehabilitation process, ensuring understanding, comfort, and collaboration every step of the way.
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At Rehabilitation Associates, we strive to provide a nurturing and supportive environment that recognizes the individuality of each patient's needs and goals. Together, we work towards maximizing independence, mobility, and quality of life. If you have any questions or would like more information, please don't hesitate to contact us.
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Understanding Inpatient Rehabilitation for Specific Conditions
Rehabilitation is a vital component in the recovery journey for a wide range of medical conditions and surgical interventions. At Rehabilitation Associates, we tailor our physiatry care to the unique needs of each patient, focusing on maximizing recovery, improving functionality, and enhancing overall well-being. Whether it's rehabilitation following a severe injury, surgery, or managing chronic illness, our team is committed to providing exceptional care every step of the way.
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Explore the conditions for which we offer specialized inpatient rehabilitation:
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Neurological Disease Rehabilitation like Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson's Disease or Guillain-Barre
Each of the above conditions has unique challenges and requires a specialized approach. Click on any of the conditions to learn more about our rehabilitation process, the specific interventions we provide, and how we work with patients and their families to achieve the best possible outcomes.